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The Flying Scotsman at Birmingham New Street, cheered by an eager crowd of train enthusiasts, in 1964. (Image: Mirrorpix)

Indeed, thousands of people turned out recently to catch a glimpse of the Flying Scotsman when it operated a week-long daily service from King’s Cross to York on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway line in March.

Some fans were so enthusiastic they spilled over onto the track, delaying the inaugural journey of the train.

Tickets have already sold out to ride behind the Flying Scotsman and Tornado but people can travel on the normal Severn Valley Railway services during the event and watch the two iconic locos in action.

Passengers using the other services are advised not to park at Kidderminster Town Station, and instead, start their journey at another station, or utilise the National Rail Network from Stourbridge Junction or Rowley Regis Station where there are large car parks.